Fig. 3

Comparison of IBS-QOL, HAMA, HAMD of patients with IBS-D of the pain and discomfort groups. No significant differences were noted in the IBS-QOL, HAMA, or HAMD scores of the two groups (Pā>ā0.05). IBS-D, irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea; IBS-QOL, IBS quality of life, HAMA, Hamilton Anxiety Scale; HAMD, Hamilton Depression Scale; NS, not significant